The Jose M Garcia Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jose M Garcia Foundation is a private foundation in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $337,316 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $128,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$337,316
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$128,000
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $344,351 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $367,500 | 11 | $7.2 million |
| 2021 | $384,473 | 11 | $7.6 million |
| 2022 | $382,272 | 12 | $7.6 million |
| 2023 | $344,351 | 12 | $8.1 million |
| 2024 | $337,316 | 12 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
The Jose M Garcia Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Jose M Garcia Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 1 | $128,000 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $107,000 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $35,875 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $23,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $8,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $7,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Unity School of Christianity | General operating | $128,000 |
| Masonic Charity Foundation of New Jersey | General operating | $64,000 |
| Neighborhood Outreach Connection | General operating | $20,000 |
| The Baptist Home Society of New Jersey | General operations | $20,000 |
| Heritage Library Foundation Inc | General operating | $15,875 |
| Christian Health Care Center Foundation | General operating | $15,000 |
| South East Asia Prayer Center | General operations | $15,000 |
| Haiti Outreach Ministries | General operating | $10,000 |
| Frontier Harvest Ministries | General operating | $8,000 |
| Hope Christian Services | General operating | $8,000 |
| Marion Medical Mission | General operating | $8,000 |
| Hope Mountain | General operating | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gordon D Meyer
- Donald H Quinn
- Laura Figueroa
- Jorge Corominal
- Ella Glover
Questions people ask
Does The Jose M Garcia Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jose M Garcia Foundation give?
$337,316 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Jose M Garcia Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gordon D Meyer (Vice Preside), Donald H Quinn (President), Laura Figueroa (Secretary/Tr) and Jorge Corominal (Assistant SE) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Jose M Garcia Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.